The city council will consider a new refuse ordinance that will include providing dumpsters for uptown businesses and residents.
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Martinsville City Council member sues city manager and sheriff’s deputy
Aaron Rawls’ federal lawsuit alleges that his removal from a March 25 city council meeting violated his civil rights.
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Housing remains a top concern as Henry County continues its comprehensive plan update
Henry County hasn’t updated its current plan since 1994. In the 30 years since, housing has emerged as one of the bottlenecks to growth for the county.
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Henry County’s volunteer fire departments will start billing for calls
The bills will go to residents’ insurance companies, not to property owners.
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Agenda Henry County: Public to get first look at new active transportation plan
The county defines an active transportation plan as projects that emphasize healthier methods of transportation, such as biking or running. The various projects could be connected to each other, offering alternative transportation routes to parts of the county.
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Lower property tax rate would still allow for balanced budget, Martinsville council hears
The reduced tax rate won’t necessarily translate to lower tax bills. Residents might see a reduction, no change or even an increase in their tax bill because of the recent reassessment.
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Agenda Martinsville: Council to discuss broadband expansion deal
Councilors will consider a land deal with Mid-Atlantic Broadband and continue work to finalize the budget.
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Agenda Martinsville: Public hearing marks budget homestretch
Martinsville’s residents will weigh in on the proposed budget at Monday’s public hearing.
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Agenda Martinsville: City council to continue discussion of property tax rate ahead of budget vote
This budget season, the tax rate has been one of the primary points of concern for both city officials and residents.
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Martinsville again tries hand at streamlining Uptown traffic
The changes include replacing traffic lights with stop signs at several intersections.